Question
How should one treat a long-term condition where the stool appears diarrhea-like? After taking medication for two days, the condition returns to normal. What medications can be used for treatment?
Answer
For a long-term diarrhea-like stool condition, the following treatments can be considered:
- Increase physical activity, such as walking or abdominal muscle massage daily, to enhance gastrointestinal motility.
- Try to defecate once a day in the morning, even if there is no urge to do so, and wait a little while to form a conditioned reflex.
- Increase the intake of foods rich in dietary fiber, such as grains, vegetables, fruits, and legumes, and drink plenty of water, especially a glass of warm water upon waking up or before meals, which helps prevent constipation.
- Consume foods with lubricating and laxative effects, such as black sesame seeds, bananas, and grapefruits.
- Maintain proper diet and pay attention to dietary fiber intake. Foods with high dietary fiber content include bran, fruits, vegetables, oatmeal, corn, and soybeans.